Climbing Ben Nevis

Writing | Part 2

Sport | Leisure Activities

Prepare for part 2 of the writing exam with this sample exam question where you have to write an email about climbing a mountain.

Try and use some of the vocabulary below in your answer:

Useful Vocabulary

“Demanding” is a B2 level adjective that is used to describe something that needs a lot of time, attention or…read more

“Enjoyable” is a B1 level adjective that refers to something, like an event or activity, that they liked or enjoyed….read more

“Exhausting” is a B2 level adjective used to describe something that makes you feel every tired.

“Intense” is a C1 level adjective used to describe something that is extreme or very strong

“Extremely” is an adverb used with adjectives meaning “very” or much more than usual. Although it is a B1 level…read more

“Difficulty” is a B2 level noun that is used when something is not easy to do or understand or when…read more

“Aside from” is a B2 level phrase that means the same as “except for”. This phrase is typically used in…read more

Be conscious of/that

“Be conscious of/that” is a B2 level phrase meaning to know that something is present or that something is happening.

It goes without saying…

“It goes without saying…” is a B2 level phrase that is used to talk about something that it is obvious…read more

Candidates can use “take care” + of someone/thing in their exam in the same way they use the phrasal verb…read more

“Consider” is a B1 level verb meaning to think carefully about something before deciding what to do.

Write your answer in 140 – 190 words in an appropriate style.

You receive an email from your English speaking friend Pierre

From: Pierre

Subject: Climbing Ben Nevis

Me and brother have decided to climb Ben Nevis in April. I know you have a lot of experience and have climbed this mountain a few times so I was wondering if you could give us some tips.

What sort of training should we do to prepare for the climb? What should we take with us on the climb? What surprises might we have on the day?

Thanks,

Michael

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